The Masters.
Adyar Madras: The Theosophical Publishing House, 1977. Reprint. Hardcover. Small, thin Octavo. (viii) 54pp, Original blue cloth boards with author and title in black on front cover. Reflections on the "Masters" - "the Elder Brothers of Humanity" that the Theosophists believe help their unevolved brethren from a higher plane. The author, Annie Besant (1847–1933) was a prominent British socialist, Theosophist, women's rights activist, prolific writer and powerful orator, who became the president of the Theosophical Society and the legal guardian of Jiddu Krishnamurti, controversial "World Teacher". Owner's name and acquisition date flamboyantly written on front free endpaper, otherwise a tight, clean VG+ copy (no dust jacket - probably none issued). Item #69555
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